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  • ELD Mandate in Full Force
    ELD Mandate in Full Force
    Commercial truck drivers are now required to use electronic logging devices that record all their on-duty hours of service on the road. Federal ELD Regulations In 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced new regulations that require all commercial truckers to use compliant, registered electronic logging devices (ELDs) to track their hours of service. Truckers were given two years to replace their old on-board recording devices with
  • Death by Urban Design: Planning and Maintenance Could Save Lives
    Death by Urban Design: Planning and Maintenance Could Save Lives
    Negligent urban planning and poor roadway conditions are responsible for thousands of deadly accidents to motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists every year. Better Roadway Designs Increase Safety Poor road design and lack of regular road maintenance increase driving hazards that injure and kill thousands of American drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists each year. City planners have a responsibility to promote safer environments by designing well-planned roadways with proper maintenance that protect
  • Could the Mechanic Shop Be Liable for Your Crash?
    Could the Mechanic Shop Be Liable for Your Crash?
    Mechanics that falsify auto repair records or inspection reports can be held liable for injuries if a crash occurs. Liability for Losses Caused by False Auto Repair Records If a mechanic or other responsible party lied about vehicle repairs or falsified repair or inspection records and a crash occurs, injured victims can file a lawsuit against those parties. However, winning the lawsuit depends on establishing proof that the repairs
  • Talking to Your Doctor After an Accident
    Talking to Your Doctor After an Accident
    Providing doctors and health care providers with as much medical information as possible leads to a better healthcare outcome and provides valuable evidence for a larger personal injury settlement. Gathering Medical Evidence Following a car accident, it's important to seek medical treatment from a doctor and document injuries as soon as possible. Each doctor's visit provides detailed documentation of injury symptoms, clinical diagnosis, and recommended treatment plans. If a